Ilala Lodge

The closest hotel to the mighty Victoria Falls. Proudly boasting the title of closest hotel to the mighty Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge provides elegant boutique accommodation at a surprisingly affordable price. Guests can look forward to outstanding hospitality and personalised service, stylish and comfortable accommodation, lush natural surroundings, and an array of exciting activities to perfectly compliment your stay. Situated within easy walking distance of both the waterfall, and the town centre, it is also the ideal base from which to explore Victoria Falls.

Accommodation

Ilala Lodge offers guests a choice of 56 spacious en-suite rooms and suites, designed in a variety of configurations. Take your pick from Standard Twin and Double Rooms, Standard Suite Rooms, Deluxe Twin and Double Rooms, and two luxurious Executive Suites. Each of the 32 Standard Rooms and 20 Deluxe Rooms are air conditioned, and feature either a large balcony, from which to enjoy one of many Victoria Falls sunrises, or double French doors which open up onto the manicured garden. The more exclusive Standard and Executive Suites are a cut above the rest, with a diverse range of convenient additional facilities. Spacious balconies present guests with a rare view of the spray from Victoria Falls, and some of the most breathtaking sunrises around. For the very best in luxury Victoria Falls accommodation, book your stay in one of the Executive Suites. King-size four poster beds, a spacious lounge area, walk-in shower, and a private patio, are some of the exceptional features to be expected.

Facilities

Highlights

Palm Restaurant

The Palm Restaurant, Ilala Lodge’s on-site eatery, offers first-class fine dining in a sophisticated setting. An extensive á la carte menu is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, which showcases a host of tantalising both local and international dishes put together by experienced Executive Chef Anele Dube.

Ra-Ikane

A not-to-be-missed experience at Ilala Lodge is a lavish Zambezi River cruise on one of their elegant, monohull cruising boats: Ra-Ikane I, II and III. Designed in line with David Livingstone's very own boat, the Ma Robert, the Ra-Ikane boats have been created to position guests closer to both the water and banks of the Zambezi, providing unrivalled wildlife encounters.

Facilities

A not-to-be-missed experience at Ilala Lodge is a lavish Zambezi River cruise on one of their elegant, monohull cruising boats: Ra-Ikane I, II and III. Designed in line with David Livingstone's very own boat, the Ma Robert, the Ra-Ikane boats have been created to position guests closer to both the water and banks of the Zambezi, providing unrivalled wildlife encounters.

Rates

Standard Room: From $213

Deluxe Room: From $252

Standard Suite: From $304

Executive Suite: From $360

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Map and Directions

The hotel is ideally situated and is closest to the Victoria Falls as well as the town centre.